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/ˈfɛtɪd/ · fet·id
adjective
  1. having a strong, unpleasant smell The fetid air in the abandoned basement made it difficult to breathe.
  2. causing or characterized by a strong, unpleasant smell The fetid swamp was home to a variety of disease-carrying insects.
noun
  1. a strong, unpleasant smell The fetid odor from the dumpster was overwhelming.
Did you know? The word 'fetid' is often used in scientific and medical contexts to describe the strong, unpleasant smells associated with decay or rot.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Aug 1, 2026